Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Safety precautions when working on ignition system
| Risk of injury due to electric shock |
| The ignition system is under high-voltage when the engine is
running. Touching the ignition system may result in an electric shock. |
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Do not touch or disconnect ignition cables when the engine is
running or being turned at starter speed. |
| Risk of damage to components |
| If the engine is washed while running and if electric cables are
connected or disconnected, components may become damaged. |
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Switch off the ignition before connecting or disconnecting electric
cables. |
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Also, switch off the ignition before washing the engine. |
Risk of scalding due to hot coolant
The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is hot. Hot
steam/hot coolant can escape - risk of scalding.
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Working with the air conditioner service station
Caution
If there is evidence to suggest that chemical
substances have been added in the vehicle to seal leaks,
do not connect the air conditioner service station and
do not extract the refrigerant.
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Notes to repairs on refrigerant circuit
WARNING
When working on the refrigerant circuit, observe
generally applicable safety rules and the Regulations
for Pressure Tanks.
Caution
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Checklist
To ensure your own safety and the safety of your passengers, observe
the following actions in the specified order :
Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away
from moving traffic and on a suitable surface .
Switch on the hazard warning lights using
the button .
Switch on the ...
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Safety precautions when working on cooling system